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One of the common causes of a pinched nerve in the neck is a muscle spasm or muscle strain putting pressure on the nerve and compressing it. Relaxing the muscle will usually relieve the symptoms you are feeling. Listed below are some self-treatments for a pinched nerve in the neck that you can attempt.
Treating the Pinched Nerve at Home. 1  1. Follow PRICE protocol. PRICE stands for protection, rest, immobilization, compression and elevation. 2  2. Massage the pinched nerve. A gentle massage with warm oil will be beneficial in relaxing a pinched nerve. 3  3. Do a piriformis stretch. This exercise works out and stretches the hip muscles and the muscles in the lower back, therefore relieving rigidity and pressure to the hip. Sit in a chair with the feet flat on the floor. If the hip pain is on the left side, place your left ankle on top of your right knee.